WHO WE ARE

Guild CPO is an international organization of paint, coatings and related manufacturers organized to provide cooperative purchasing services for its member companies to improve their profitability. Guild CPO was established as a global buying cooperative in 1988 focusing on the procurement of raw materials and services for the coatings and other related industries

Guild CPO on behalf of its members negotiates volume-purchasing programs with companies that supply key raw materials and other supplies required by Guild CPO members. Each Guild CPO member, no matter what size, is able to enjoy the economies of scale on purchasing from participating suppliers. By keeping the cost of raw materials and supplies as low as possible through group purchasing efficiencies, our members are able to manufacture quality products at competitive prices and thereby compete effectively in the marketplace.

The ability to purchase raw materials and supplies at group purchasing rates is but one benefit of Guild CPO membership. Guild CPO and its members include many industry leaders that have a wealth of experience in different areas. At general meetings, Guild CPO presents educational programs on different aspects of business, for example e-commerce or programs to enhance quality and safety, or to increase efficiency thereby making members better able to compete. These opportunities for members are invaluable. They help members make better business decisions and continue to help our members compete more effectively in the marketplace.